Monday, 19 September 2011

Latest F1 News

Button To Ferrari?
Recently, F1 Ranks gave you details that Button was closing in on a long term contract at McLaren. Details of a confirmations still haven't come through yet, with many questioning whether there may be obsticals. A possible one is that Jenson Button fancies driving for the Italian team in 2013, replacing Felipe Massa. We are unsure how true these rumours are, but there must be some reason why he hasn't signed yet.

Raikkonen To Williams?
The rumour mill went crazy this week after Kimi Raikkonen was spotted having a tour around the Williams head quarters. Apparently, the Finn has been seeking a return to Formula One, but with the larger teams taken, will Kimi have to settle with Williams.

Bahrain Paid To Be Cancelled
Bahrain has paid the hosting fee for this years cancelled grand prix. Bernie was quoted saying that turnover will not be down this year, due to the fact that Bahrain paid a reported $40 million! Ecclestone had said in February that he would wave the fees for the cancelled grand prix.

Narain Will Race In India
Hispania Racing Team have confirmed that Narain Karthikeyan will race at the inougral Indian Grand Prix in October. He will retake his seat from Daniel Ricciardo, and will race at his new home GP. It had been rumoured at the time, but the change has now been confirmed. At the moment, he will be the only Indian on the grid, but he could be joined by Karun Chandhok at Trulli. Mallya had been quoted that he would like Karun to drive for them their, but we will have to see if any deal can be sorted before the race.

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